Del Tura Tower - December 2020

The Tower Volume 31 | NO 12 | DECEMBER 2020

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Happy Holidays INSIDE 3....... President Korner 4................. Reflections 6.... Bricks for Veterans 12....Cayman Connection 14.............. Parade Map 18.....Birthday Pictures 20.... Halloween Photos 22................ Gardening 24....Motorcycle & Cars 26....................... Sports 31........... Donation Box 33.... Del Tura Contacts 37.................. Activities 40................. Calendars

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PRESIDENT’S KORNER

By Liz Poniatowski Hi everyone. Can you believe another month has gone by already? With this pandemic it seems that the days are dragging on, but the months are flying by! I must begin with an apology to Tracy Messina. In last month’s Tower I called her Tracy Morgan. Tracy, please accept my apology!

Last month was a busy one but some things that were in the Tower were changed after it was published. With the ever-changing pandemic restrictions your best place to get the most up to date and accurate information is to always verify by checking out our website: Del TuraHOA.com and our electronic board.

Barbara Schmoltze and Bertie Dugo brought another virtual coffee hour to you that was posted on our website for all to see. Thanks to those ladies for keeping this community up to date on what’s going on.

We are now in the busiest time of year, December. Although we are all very disappointed that we won’t get to listen to the angelic voices of our very own Del Tura Choralaires this season we are hoping that we will get to hear them in the very near future. The Christmas Golf Cart Parade is still being planned for Sunday, the 6th. Both HOA and HTA are sponsoring a Del Tura Charity Christmas Food & Toy Drive to support the Children’s Advocacy Center and RCMA on the 12th of December and I have no doubt that you will all be generous with your donations this time of year to those less fortunate. Wednesday, 15 December is our monthly birthday celebration in the Starlight Ballroom between 1 and 3 PM. And folks, let’s not forget helping out our Holiday Decorating committee…Leon Buss needs more money for those lights that make ours the most attention getting community! He is always available to collect donations.

The HOA has held several meetings that were open to our HOA members. Although we are not getting a big turnout we will continue to have the meetings in the clubhouse, when

possible, to allow you to hear first-hand what the HOA is doing for this community.

In our monthly management meeting with Fred Taylor we found out that a few of the projects that were scheduled for completion by the end of this year have been delayed until Spring of 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Three of those projects are the Starlight Ballroom lighting project, replacing the existing window film in the Starlight Ballroom and to upgrade our STOP and EXIT signs with reflective material.

Please also note that the clubhouse is open for resident use by appointment only through the HTA management office during the hours of 8am – 5pm. Residents must call the office and book the room through Colleen or Julie, do not contact the HOA office at this time. Residents must wear masks when inside and the type of activities allowed are at the management’s discretion. Card playing is still not allowed at this time.

The HOA BOD has monthly meetings with HTA management where we bring your suggestions/concerns to their attention. Please continue to use the online suggestion box for this purpose. We need everyone’s eyes to help us spot the issues that need attention so we can bring it up at the meetings.

The Board would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and whatever other holiday you celebrate at this time of year. We hope you get to spend some time with family and friends. Let us all pray for peace and an end to this pandemic so that we can all get back to enjoying life again without having to social distance. Until that happens please continue to practice social distancing, mask wearing, hand washing and just being mindful of your surroundings to help keep not only yourself but everyone else safe and healthy this time of year.

And, for the last time, this year I wish to thank all of our wonderful volunteers. Del Tura would not be our Paradise without you!

Happy Holidays and stay safe! Until next year….

NEW SUGGESTION BOX You can now send your suggestions to your HOA office at the following email address: DTHOASuggestionBox@gmail.com. With the current pandemic situation and everyone not readily having access to suggestion boxes in the Starlight Ballroom and the HOA Office the HOA Board created the new email address to make it easy for you to send your suggestions to us! Each Suggestion MUST have your NAME, STREET ADDRESS and PHONE NUMBER on

it along with your suggestion that you would like the HOA Board to address with Hometown America. Along with the suggestion you should write a brief solution to help us address your concerns more quickly. You will be notified upon receipt, when your suggestion is brought before the BOD, and what actions will be taken with it. Please let us know what your concerns are so we can make Del Tura our continuing Paradise! ~ Your HOA Board of Directors

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REFLECTIONS “Finding Christmas in Our Hearts” As we approach the Christmas holidays many of us seem to be having difficulty finding the spirit that we need in order to begin preparing for this joyous time of year.

Our bodies may be willing, but our hearts are heavily ladened; filled with sadness of what this Pandemic has caused, yet hopeful that a vaccine will be developed soon. I do believe, my dear friends, that we have what we need to get us through these overwhelming times!

If the Pandemic has taught us anything it has forced us to look deep inside of ourselves and retrieve those special gifts that we have been blessed with, faith, love, grace, family, friends.

Sometimes we tend to take these treasured gifts for granted but they have been our saving graces over the years and will continue to lead us through the dark clouds and back into the sunshine once again.

We, as a community, have so many special saving graces to be thankful for. Our friendships that have turned into family just didn’t happen overnight. Over the years many of us have created lasting bonds.

We have prayed together through the sad times and helped each other celebrate the happiest of times. I have a strong faith that

By Dianne J. Roderick these gifts, we have been blessed with, will get us through this holiday season together.

Sharing these gifts with others is something we do very well here in our little Paradise. I don’t think we ever stop to realize how many lives have been touched by the kindness of so many that humbly and unselfishly give of themselves each day. That gift of kindness has encouraged so many of us to be hopeful and become stronger once again; each receiving a renewed sense of purpose to get them through the ups and downs of life.

Christmas gatherings will look quite different this year and we will all be celebrating the day with mixed emotions.

Our families may be near, or very far away, but as we share the excitement of the day with them, and talk about what was found beneath the tree, our main focus will be on the love that surrounds the tree. We will share and focus on the blessings that do not come in the form of a package but on those gifts that are “found within our hearts”. Our personal conversations will vary from family to family but the one thing that we will all have in common are the prayers that we have for our loved ones well-being throughout the holidays and the coming year.

Merry Christmas & God Bless!

CALLING ALL HOA MEMBERS!

By Tracy Messina During this time of restrictions due to the pandemic, the HOA Board has been busy putting some plans together, but we need your help.

We understand that all of you are pandemic weary. Well, here is your chance to get ready for when we can all once again socialize without masks and distance.

We are looking for volunteers to form new or join existing committees and plan some fun events for our community. All we are asking for is some of your time and a little labor to get our fellow residents active again (when the time comes).

Do you have something that you are passionate about? Maybe you have experience setting up banquets or organizing sales or maybe you just want to help and join in the fun.

It makes no difference; we would really like to have you join in our events.

All those who are interested in participating in our future events should drop a note off at the HOA Office with your name, phone number and your area of interest, experience, etc. or you can simply email your information to messina_ tracy@yahoo.com.

We sincerely hope you will take this opportunity to get involved with your community.

2020 BLOOD DRIVE UPDATE

By Dennis Cottini Due to the present restrictions that we now need to follow regarding the virus, I’ve decided not to conduct our usual Blood Drive at this time. Perhaps when this pandemic subsides, hopefully early to mid-next year, Del Tura will again continue with our Blood Drive tradition.

As an alternative, please feel free to go to the

Cape Coral Hospital to donate blood.

The address is 636 Del Prado Blvd. in Cape Coral. The hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 8:00-4:30 and Tuesday, 8:00-7pm. For eligibility questions, please call Shannon Flory @ 239-424-3828.

Thank you for your support and if you have any questions for me, please call 847-707-1435.

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IN MEMORY OF BETTY DEWILDE On August 20th, 2020, our summer sun became a little dimmer.

That is when Betty DeWilde, beloved wife of Pete DeWilde, and treasured friend to so many of us here in Del Tura, passed away.

She left us with so many touching memories, for she lived as we all hope to- with a love of everyone around her.

Betty and Pete met in Woodstown, New Jersey, when Pete was 47 years old. Both had grown children from earlier marriages.

Pete worked for the Federal government, as an employee of the USDA, and would go for lunch each day to the Woodstown Diner, where Betty worked as a waitress. Soon, Pete became the State Director of the USDA, and worked through two presidential administrations and part of a third.

He left to become CEO of a large landfill and re-cycling center. But it was the Woodstown Diner, where Betty had waitressed since she was very young (a total of 45 years all together), where their love story began.

Betty and Pete were married for 36 years, and “never had an argument,” according to Pete, “because Betty always won.”

They came to Del Tura in 1998 and bought their house. Then followed about four years of ‘back and forth’, until 2002, when they moved here to live year-round.

But retirement was not in their minds when they moved here. Both of them shared a love of people and had always gravitated to jobs where they had an interaction with others.

Betty waitressed at the restaurant in Del Tura through three successive

ownerships. Pete worked in the cart barn, then ran the cart barn until taking a job as a ranger and starter on the golf course, where we are happy to still see him today.

Betty had a love of the game of golf for many years. She joined the 18-hole women’s league in Del Tura and has had a total of six holes-inone, 5 at Del Tura and one up north.

She was the winner of the SJGA women’s Senior Championship Tournament at the Valleybrook Golf Club in NJ on July 24,1996.

Betty and Pete have also enjoyed many couple’s games here at Del Tura with the Friday Scrambles and the Couples League, and various couple’s tournaments. Pete noted that an engraved plate with Betty’s name is on the 18hole women’s memorial bench.

Betty’s life was clearly an inspiration to us all. Her love of family, friends, and people was something she lived every day.

It is not surprising that Pete has received 85 cards from friends after Betty’s passing. And Pete would like to thank each and every one of you for your kindness, your calls, your cards, food, and expressions of friendship. They are appreciated more than words can say.

When asked what message Betty might like to leave with us all, Pete was quick to say, “She loved Del Tura. She loved the people. They have felt like family, and there are so many caring people here.”

He noted how people take the time to reach out; to make the small gesture of help and friendship. That is so important, and so appreciated.

He added, “Everybody needs people. This place sure fills the bill.”

BRICKS FOR VETERANS

By John Brassem REMEMBERING VETERANS AT DEL TURA Yesterday, a couple of us were having a cold beer at the “Courtyard”. We are “duffers” and complaining, as golfers do, about the fourth hole on the North Course.

John had just lofted two pristine golf balls into the small pond that “protects”, (huh?), the hole.

Harry, an excellent golfer, has not lost any balls to the hungry fourth – or so he says. He quickly changed the topic – just in time.

“My son called last night,” Harry reported. “He’s been on a secret mission to the Middle East…got back home a few weeks ago.”

“The local American Legion gave him a wonderful coming home dinner and a plaque for one of the legions’ dining room walls – probably squeezed in with other veterans’ plaques.”

Paul chimed in. “With all the veterans living at Del Tura, why can’t we figure out a way to remember their service, like they do at The Legion or Lake Fairways? Like Fairways has a wonderful engraved “Brick Program”.”

John asks: “Where’s Lake Fairways and what’s a ‘Brick Program’?”

Paul enthusiastically responds. “Lake Fairways is a golf community just like Del Tura. As a matter of fact, it’s just down the street from DT.” “Go on!”

“Their brick program is unique but should be perfect for us. All DT veterans, no matter which branch, or type of duty, can purchase an engraved brick. The standard, red, square brick can have the serviceman’s or servicewoman’s name, rank, branch of service—and who knows what else, (anything that space allows).

“Here comes the best part. Each brick costs only $30.”

John sarcastically responds. “Yeah, so each veteran has a brick with their name on it. What do they do with it?”

Astute question, John.”

“The idea is to build a commemorative tribute to all males and females that have served in the military service for this country and live—or have lived—in Del Tura. All bricks become part of a walking monument built a ground level. To see a loved veterans’ tribute, one has only to walk and see his or her name.

“The brick, with the veteran’s name, rank, and branch of service will live in perpetuity…as long as there is a Del Tura.

This idea has now turned into reality and the Del Tura Bricks4Vets program has been formed. The Del Tura Bricks4Vets program team are John Brassem, Joe Valentino, Tom Zeigler and Meg Valentino. The team has met with Fred Taylor, Hometown America and obtained approval and support for the Del Tura Bricks4Vets program. Further information on Del Tura Bricks4Vets can be found on the website www.deltura-hoa. com or email questions to dtbricks4vets@ gmail.com.

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FROM THE DESK OF THE TREASURER!

By Gail Hodge By the printing of this article, I have completed the process of moving the accounts in QuickBooks onto the new laptop with the updated version of QuickBooks.

With the assistance of the Finance Committee and our accountant we are in the process of putting together the proposed budget for 2021.

If you are an HOA member and have a financial background and would like to be considered for the Finance committee, please call or email me. I can be reached at 585-315-1628 or gailhodge2008@gmail.com Entertainment ticket refunds are still available for the Merchant-Silver show that was cancelled this season.

If you still have tickets and would like to request your refund, write your name on the back of the tickets and

if you would be so kind, please include a stamped selfaddressed envelope. You may either mail your request or put it through the mail slot at the HOA office or bring it to the HOA office during open hours. I’m expecting to have this process completed by the end of 2020. If you are unable to request your refund by years end, please contact me and let me know.

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Let’s call this story, Midnight Snacks.....

The overnight shift at the front gate takes a little getting used to. To say that your sleep pattern is disrupted is an understatement. The overnight work hours cover the period of time from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM the following day. I do this Friday night and Saturday night. By the time Wednesday rolls around I’m just getting back into the swing of things as far as my sleep pattern is concerned. Then, it’s Friday again...!

So, one day, about two- and one-half years ago, when I first started doing this job, I had forgotten to make anything or bring anything to eat overnight. I did have water, coffee and two sodas. 1:00 AM rolls around and I’m starting to get a little bit hungry. Obviously, once you’re at work there is no relief there is no leaving your post. You’re stuck there till morning. Just when I had resigned myself to the fact that there was going to be nothing to eat, a car pulls up to the gate. I recognize the fellow’s face, but I don’t know what his name is. I do know he’s a resident of Del Tura. He rolls down his window, holds out his hand and in it is a sandwich, in a

box from Domino’s. He says,.. “ Here’s a little something for you brother... “ And, before I can thank him properly, he drives off. This happens again three weeks later. The same fellow pulls up to the gate at approximately the same time, holds out his hand and in it is a Whopper from Burger King. It’s still hot and it’s delicious…!!

This generous individual has stopped at the gate, while I’m working, probably twenty times over the past two- and one-half years. He brings a surprise Midnight Snack each time. It could be a chicken parmesan wedge, It could be garlic knots with alfredo sauce, it could be a Big Mac or, it could be half a pizza. Whatever it is I am most appreciative and let him know it.

Finally, I learned his name and, it should be no surprise to the Del Tura community that this kind individual is Colton James Miller.

He asks for nothing and he gives his Midnight Snacks with a smile. From talking to the other employees at the gate I’ve learned I’m not the only beneficiary of Colton’s generosity... I’d like to say publicly, “Thank You Colton”. Your Midnight Snacks are always appreciated...

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THE PANDEMIC AND POSITIVITY

By Cindy Swisher

At first, having to cook every night, endless games of backgammon, and hours of tv watching and Three months before the Pandemic hit, I was living book reading had me somewhat depressed. Not life the way I had for the past 40 years – measuring to mention having to go without a mani-pedi and success by the things I did and what I accomplished. a haircut. After a while, however, I started to see My husband retired a few months before; I had finally those things in a different light – as opportunities finished my bachelor’s degree after a 40-year hiatus, instead of inconveniences. Dinnertime challenged and we had moved to Del Tura. Our top priorities me to find new recipes or re-create old ones. During were doing things and traveling to some of the places our endless backgammon games my husband and that raising a family and working had never allowed I talked – a lot – about everything and nothing. We us to do. We were happy enjoying the activities Del started re-watching old movies we had not seen in Tura and SW Florida had to offer, but a few weeks years and started re-reading old books we loved. We after we got home from our first trip – a Hawaiian saw the sun setting behind the trees beyond our deck cruise – quarantine shut the country down and forced in an entirely different way. I even discovered I could us to ‘shelter in place.’ live without manicured hands, pedicured toes, and At first, I felt antsy and cooped up, but as the touched-up highlights. It took a pandemic to teach weeks passed and I adjusted to this ‘new normal’ me that simpler is better. my perspective began to shift. I realized some of the Another surprise came as I began to understand things I needed to do – that I thought were important that places like Italy, Greece, Yellowstone and Tahiti – just weren’t; that simpler can be better, and that the may be beautiful, but they don’t hold a candle to the places I most want to see are where the people I love smiles of my grandkids, the talks with my children are. around the dinner table or the quiet afternoons spent A few weeks after moving to Del Tura, I compiled picnicking in the park together. My children are a list of the restaurants I wanted to try and the places I spread out all over the country. Until this year I’ve wanted to go. We tried to attend as many community taken my trips, and theirs, to visit for granted, but activities as we could. In addition to finding doctors after six months nothing but FaceTime, I know ngwith i d and dentists, I found a nail solon and a hairdresser. without a doubt I will take a warm hug from my n e Pe All those things came to a screeching halt last March. grandson over a day at the Coliseum, Salfive-year-old

the sticky kisses of a two-year-old over the sundrenched Greek Isles, heart-to-heart talks with my granddaughter over all the buffalo in Wyoming, and easy afternoons shopping with my daughters over all the vanilla-scented forests of Tahiti.

I still want to try all those restaurants on my list, to take an airboat ride through the Everglades, and to start a new hobby or two here at Del Tura. I will never lose my itch to travel – to see new places and experience new cultures. What has changed is the value I place on those things and the priority I give them. I know that the most important things I do are the things – the simple things – that build the relationships I hold dear and keep me focused on what’s truly important. Someday, God willing, I’ll get to see some of the places I’ve dreamed of, but if I don’t it’s okay, because I know the most important place I can be is with the people I love. I look forward to the end of COVID-19. I am truly sorry for all the tragedy it will leave in its wake. At the same time, I am grateful for the important truths it has helped me discover.

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THE CAYMAN CONNECTION:

By Bill Woods How the Careers of Slammin’ Sam Snead and the Golden Bear Crossed Paths at Del Tura Golf and Country Club n addition to his status in the 1980’s as world’s greatest golfer, Jack Nicklaus also had a piece of the controlling interest in the company that he had endorsed for nearly twenty years, MacGregor.

Knowing that his best golfing days were behind him Nicklaus devoted more of his time and energies to golf course development and real estate acquisitions.

One property in which he was particularly interested was located on the Cayman Islands. An immediate problem came to his attention and that of a Canadian conglomerate that was backing the project. There just wasn’t enough land for a hotel, marina, and regulation-sized golf course. So, what was one of the world’s most recognizable athletes to do? Nicklaus decided to put his MacGregor engineers to work developing a new golf ball that would accommodate play on a shorter or “executive” course. As Nicklaus was quoted in the Tampa Bay Times, “It is something I had been thinking about for a while: taking a golf ball and making it suit the land rather than have the land suit the golf ball.” And so was born the Cayman golf ball and the story of how the Cayman Classic came to be played in the summer of 1985 in North Fort Myers.

At first glance the Cayman ball was an ugly duckling.

Lighter in weight and designed to fly just over half as far as a regulation golf ball, its surface was brambled, eliciting a common reaction that the ball had “pimples and not dimples.” After pouring $100,000 into the ball’s development, the chief engineer for MacGregor claimed it could be hooked, faded, and made to back up. Putting was said to be as true as a normal ball and it could float on water (at one point Nicklaus considered putting a driving range into the ocean in front of the hotel, letting the waves “retrieve” the practice shots).

Basically, it came down to Nicklaus, one of the game’s longest hitters, driving the Cayman ball about 135 yards. Perfect for a “short” or “executive” layout, allowing long par 3’s to played as par 4’s and par 4’s as par 5’s. Many par 3’s would measure less than 75 yards.

The ultimate test of the ball was to put it into play with PGA professionals and, by so doing, draw national attention to the ball and to the short courses that Nicklaus envisioned. In stepped Sam Snead. There were few sports fans anywhere in the world in1985 who hadn’t heard of Sam Snead. Snead, known as “Slammin’ Sammie,” was the winner of seven majors including three Masters titles. Along with Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson, Snead dominated the professional golf circuit for nearly three decades. His golfing feats were legendary, including winning 82 tour events (number one all-time tied with Tiger Woods) and being the first golf professional to shoot below his age, shooting a 66 at age 67 in a Quad Cities tournament.

His straw hat became a symbol and he was known for his gentlemanly but fiercely competitive nature.

So how about convincing Sam Snead to come to southwest Florida to play in a one-day tournament using the Cayman ball? It would be fabulous publicity for the ball as well as for the Golden Bear and McGregor Sports and would, in turn, introduce a new golf course in North Fort Myers known as Del Tura Country Club. Club professionals from across Florida and further afield would be anxious to play in a tournament headlined by “Slammin’ Sammie.”

It wasn’t recorded what Snead was paid to come to North Fort Myers, nor how much Nicklaus or MacGregor Sports put up as his appearance fee. What we do know is that he was approached in Chicago by the father of Del Tura’s assistant pro Keith Marks Jr. As local sportswriter Vince Smith summarized, “Keith (Sr.) was doing some teaching in Chicago and he happened to bump into Snead up there … Keith told him about our tournament …” Snead agreed to come to headline the tournament and get a look at the new Cayman ball in what became the first publicized short course tournament in the history of golf.

On the evening of July 28, 1985, Snead arrived at Page Field and was picked up in a Rolls Royce and brought to Del Tura where he spent the night in a guest house. Every piece of the plan had fallen into place; the fate of the Cayman ball would be determined the next morning.

The original nine (South) was designed by architect Ron Garl, whose career spanned 250 golf courses. The construction of the entire 27 hole Del Tura course that had begun in 1983 wasn’t entirely finished. So, eighteen holes were fashioned from what was ready for play. Karl Stumpp, Del Tura’s head professional, molded an ambitious and serious test of golf. Billed as the Cayman Classic, the executive course of eighteen holes would play to a regulation par 72. Owing to the ball’s shorter flight several of the longer par threes were converted to par fours; each of the par fours were altered to par fives.

The morning of the match the front-page banner of the News-Press read: Slammin’ Sam Snead tackles Del Tura with the Cayman ball.

The presence of Snead drew a capacity gallery who, for $10 got to witness the tournament and received a chit for a free round of golf with cart. The format was two-man best ball with nearly 60 teams of golf professionals (mostly Florida teaching pros) competing for a purse of $6,500. Snead, partnered with Keith Marks Sr., teed off surrounded by admirers lining the first fairway. The first two holes went well with consecutive birdies but after that as the saying goes “the wheels came off.” The legendary Snead and his partner carded a 75 and the post tournament interviews were anything but positive in discussing Nicklaus’s Cayman ball. Snead didn’t like the ball (manufactured for a time as the McGregor 50) as he made plain to the sports writers in attendance.

His basic criticism was the ball simply didn’t fly far enough and that the best solution for short courses was for them to reduce par and use a standard ball.

He wasn’t the least impressed by staring at a ball with pimples after spending sixty years staring at dimples.

Snead and his partner split $75 in prize money, just enough (smiled Snead) to pay his caddy. As golf writer Vince Smith said, “… his effervescence and that big, unusual smile rarely left as he put on a gracious exhibition for nearly 600 spectators strolling the tidy executive course.”

At the end of the day the Rolls Royce and the sweet swinging Virginian Mr. Snead were on their way back to the airport for a flight to Chicago. Snead was due the next day to honor Patty Berg (winner of fifteen major women’s golf titles and Fort Myers resident) at a Wilson Sporting Goods event. By coincidence Snead had bumped into Berg’s step-mother at Del Tura and informed her that he was presenting the award to her step-daughter. As related by Vince Smith, “The 73 year-old Snead, who joined the PGA tour in 1937, considers [Patty] Berg one of the greatest women he’s ever known.”

The Cayman golf ball flopped but continued to be manufactured largely as a collector’s item. The clear winner of the tournament that July day in 1985 was the Del Tura golf course. Among many plaudits earned were these, from the Fort Myers News Press: The View from the Clubhouse is Spectacular, and Florida Golfweek: The Finest Executive Golf Course We Know.

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(Rain Date Monday 7th)

It’s time once again to decorate your golf carts for one of Del Tura’s most fun Holiday traditions. It is amazing to see how creative our residents can be. Last year there were more than 25 carts in the parade and so many people cheering us on from all around the community…It was great to see all the support!

This year will be even better; we have a great committee with more people involved that ever before! So get those creative juices flowing and start thinking about ideas for your cart. It’s a great way to meet your neighbors and have fun at the same time!

We will have PRIZE MONEY for best decorations that night! Start planning early and make sure your batteries are fully charged! The parade will begin at 6:00 pm. Of course we also welcome bicycles, motorcycles, etc., whatever glows…goes! Be sure to come early to see other carts, take pictures and have time to line up at 5:30 and award prizes.

If you need help with hooking up lights, you may call Jim Stenzel 239-826-0524 or Gerry Benjamins 239-322-9866. It is up to you to get the things you need and to do the decorating…that’s 98% of the fun! Don’t wait until the last minute for their help.

A map and approximate times the parade will reach your location is printed in this Tower and will be posted at all the pools. Please note…the parade will end at the corner of Las Palmas Norte and San Gabriel again this year. It’s a long parade and we lose some of the carts by then.

All we need now is to have you join in and have fun!

For more information or ideas, call Dusty Laurie at 239-357-4378 or Linda Storma at 239-997-9066.

Thanks again for your support. Hope to see you then!

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GOLD MEDAL WINNER DEL TURAN GARNERS SECOND GOLD MEDAL IN VA WRITING COMPETITION

By Steve Banko Del Tura resident Steve Banko has repeated as the national Gold Medal recipient in the 2020 Veterans Administration Arts Festival.

The Festival solicits entries from all 170 VA hospitals across the country. Winners are selected at each participating facility and the local winners are

then judged nationally.

Banko represents the Bay Pines VA in St. Petersburg and earned the 2019 Gold Medal for his essay “Love Must Survive War,” which spoke of the enduring love that combat soldiers feel for each other. His 2020 entry, “Purple Hearts and Purple Minds,” deals with moral injuries inflicted by combat service.

The essay speaks to the wounds to the mind and soul: “But what happens when the wound isn’t visible, when we are wounded in mind and spirit? The reward is, at best, ignorance and at worst, scorn for being too

weak to stand up to the rigors of combat. Afflicted with moral injury soldiers and veterans are left to sort out those injuries for ourselves.

“There are no Purple Hearts for those suffering with purple minds, battered and bruised taken in battle.”

Banko served sixteen months in combat in Vietnam and earned four Purple Hearts, four Bronze Stars, and two Silver Stars. He is the author of a novel about the war, For No Good Reason, and has recently finished his second novel. He has spoken to audiences across the country on issues of war and peace.

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WANT TO SERVE AS AN HOA BOARD MEMBER? Would you like to serve your Community as a Director of your Homeowners Association (HOA)?

Now is your chance! There are three Board of Director positions up for election in 2021. Directors are elected to serve a three-year term.

An application to serve as an HOA Director is available from the HOA office or may be downloaded from the Del Tura HOA website. To be eligible for a position on the Board you must be a homeowner of Del Tura and a member of the HOA in good standing. Once you have filled out your application, please mail or deliver the application to the HOA office at 609 Sierra Madre, N. Ft. Myers, 33903.

Please include with your application a brief resume and/or your platform (approximately 150 words). To be considered, applications must be postmarked or delivered to the HOA office

by December 31, 2020. Applications postmarked or delivered after December 31, 2020 will not be considered. All applications will be reviewed by the Nominating and Election Committee to assure the candidate’s qualifications comply with the requirements of the HOA By-Laws.

A Candidate Meet-and-Greet will be held at the Clubhouse entrance on January 9, 2021 at which residents and HOA members may become acquainted with the candidates and meet their current Board of Directors.

At the regular January HOA meeting all nominated candidates will be introduced and each will be given 5 minutes to speak. Nominations will be closed upon the adjournment of this meeting.

Should an election be necessary, the list of candidates will be posted on the HOA Clubhouse Bulletin Board following the January meeting.

Voting ballots will be mailed during the week of January 18, 2021 and must be received at the HOA office within 15 days of the date of mailing. A numbered return envelope will be provided with each voting ballot and your voting ballot must be returned in numbered envelope provided. Voting ballots which are not returned in the numbered envelope provided or in a manner in which the envelope number is unreadable will be disqualified.

The numbering of envelopes is to assure security over the ballots. All voting ballots will be counted, verified, and the results presented at the Annual HOA Board Meeting.

If you have any questions about the election process, feel free to contact the Nominating and Elections Committee Chair, Daniel Cruz, by phone at 239.443.7278 or you may email to danielleecruz@gmail.com.

CREATIVE WRITERS WORKSHOP

By Nancy Davy I am pleased to report that our Creative Writers Workshop is already going strong. We have been meeting outdoors and socially distancing, and I’d like to assure anyone who may be considering joining us that safety is our priority. As some of our members have not yet returned, we have begun

with exercises that would allow us to ‘loosen up’ and just write, without requirements as far as structure and form.

Our first topic is one we can all relate to, as it has affected us all this year. The challenge is to think of the pandemic & how you have been touched by it The idea is to view the negatives and discover how we all have the power within us to find

something positive. Remember that the ability to express and share our thoughts and emotions on paper is always a positive. It can be reparative, and it can be healing – not only to us, but to those who read the words we’ve written.

I have selected some of the wonderful responses I received from our group. I hope you enjoy!!

2020 THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS BASKETS TO ALL DEL TURA RESIDENTS As many of you know when the Holidays roll around the Basket Program asks for donations of non-perishable food and or money to help the Needy Families we contribute to.

However, this holiday season we face a very determined virus that is not kind to people our age and we feel that it would be unfair to ask for people

to go door to door collecting. It is therefore, with a VERY HEAVEY HEART, to inform you that we will be unable to have a Normal Basket Program this Year.

We do expect to continue the tradition in 2021.

We realize that of all years this is a year when the needy families need the most help. So, with funds left over from last year we plan to provide 70 Turkeys and 70 Hams to Nation Charities to distribute to families

in need. This is something my husband and I can do without putting anyone else in harm’s way.

DEL TURA Residents have always been very Generous, and we HOPE we will be able to count on you in 2021

Thank You, Charlene Ruotolo Basket Chairperson

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MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS

By Bertie Dugo In October the HOA started something new to allow people to socialize once again in small groups. We are having a monthly birthday celebration which is held in the Starlight Ballroom between 1 and 3 PM on a selected day each month.

Our First celebration was a huge success with 20-24 HOA members attending!

That was an impressive number considering it was our first one. The cupcakes from Publix were delicious. You had your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or rainbow.

After the celebration we were given a lot of positive feedback from the attendees and residents that were unable to attend were disappointed that they could not

make it but were very thankful to hear we were doing it. Masks must be worn when not eating or drinking and social distancing is enforced. We can seat 4 to a table so if you plan on coming alone there will be room for you to socialize with others! Each birthday person is able to bring one guest with them too.

For those who are celebrating birthday this month you can contact me, Bertie Dugo with an RSVP to let me know you will be able to join in on the fun.

This month’s celebration is scheduled for Tuesday, December 15, at the Starlight Ballroom between 1-3. I am looking forward to seeing you there and to help celebrate your special day.

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ACTIONS NOW WILL BENEFIT OUR GRANDCHILDREN

By Rosemary Eiden When a handful of people and myself started the Wild Ones Native Plant Enthusiasts group back in the 90’s we had no idea of all the benefits it would bring to us. Many of our home landscapes were converted and many birds, butterflies, owls, and up the food chain animals came to our yards. With a little education we could then help others with their garden endeavors.

When I left the northern group we had 300 members. I am learning that there are people equally enthusiastic about natives here in Florida. So far in Del Tura, 5 have converted parts of their yards into native landscapes.

We are all thrilled about the responses from the wildlife. We are very happy that we are contributing to their success.

It’s a small effort for the greater good. But don’t just take my word for it. Guru, Doug Tallamy has come out with a new book, Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach To Conservation That Starts In Your Yard. Doug Tallamy is a leading authority on native plants. You can get the audio book right from our Lee County Library system or from Amazon for $12.00.

He says, “Earth’s resources are not infinite” and “Actions now will benefit our grandchildren.” These are powerful words and

I am sure you have heard them before but the truth is if we don’t start now then when? Do we have that much more time to procrastinate?

Right on page 51 he has actualexamples of how to shrink the lawn. On page 205 he has examples of what each of us can do.

I am 71 years old and with the help of my husband we were able to convert our back yard into a native planting. My time on this planet is getting shorter and if I can still do something now I will.

We started our native garden in December of 2019. Initially we put down black cloth over the lawn to make it go away, then we bought plants and took our time putting them all in. In 2 weeks we were done. Then we used pine needles raked up from our yard and the neighbors yard for mulch. With all the summer Florida rain it is now all grown in. Easy!

We are looking out at the Beautyberry bushes outside our window and are noticing that all the berries have been consumed by the Mockingbirds and Jays. How delightful. We have done our job!

When the next generation comes down to Florida looking to buy a home they will be pleased that right out the back they can enjoy nature.

Del Tura Garden Club News…

Members will be at ‘Junk in the Trunk’ with baked goods.

All proceeds will go to benefit the model native garden.

The bench under the giant fig tree was dedicated to the ‘Deltura Garden Club’ on November 2nd.

Native Florida seed was planted behind the bench.

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Investment Lessons from 2020

As the year draws to a close, it’s fair to say that we’ve all learned something about the social, political, physical and environmental forces that have affected everyone. And, in some ways, our lives will be changed, perhaps permanently. But as an investor, what lessons can you learn from 2020?

Here are some to consider: • The markets look ahead. Here’s something many investors discovered in 2020: Investment prices don’t always move in the same direction as the overall economy. This might not have seemed apparent right after the COVID-19 pandemic struck in mid-February, as the overall economy and the stock market took big hits. But just about five weeks later, the markets began a rally that lasted several months. During this time, the economy also recovered somewhat, but still remains on weak footing.

What can explain this discrepancy between the markets and economic activity? Essentially, economic numbers, such as the unemployment rate and gross domestic product (GDP), reflect what’s happening today, but the markets are always looking toward tomorrow, which means they are anticipating a stronger economic recovery and the results that come with it, such as greater corporate earnings in 2021. No one can say for sure what the future holds, but you can usually know the market’s opinion by its performance.

• Opportunities will always exist for investors. Although the coronavirus seems unprecedented, the equity markets have rebounded from many crises before it. From war to global financial meltdowns, the market has seen it all. But even at the height of these events, when the markets might be most affected, individual segments or industries can do well.

For example, in the current environment, when many people have been forced to work and shop from home, and get their entertainment online, it’s probably not surprising that some parts of the technology sector have seen their economic activity grow, along with their stock prices. Here’s the key point: Investment opportunities always exist, especially in times of market stress – and smart investors will find them and incorporate them into their portfolios in a way that’s appropriate for their goals and risk tolerance.

• Patience and discipline can pay dividends. As mentioned above, the stock market dropped sharply in the weeks immediately following the pandemic, but then gained steadily for months afterward. Investors who tried to “cut losses” and exited the market likely did so at the wrong time and missed out on the beginning of the upturn. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon – investors who overreact to market declines often find themselves on the investment sidelines just when a new rally begins. Rather than being reactive in this way, you may be better off sticking with a long-term investment strategy, and buying and selling investments only when it makes sense for your situation, such as when you need to diversify your portfolio.

For many reasons, it’s unlikely that we’ll see anything exactly like 2020 again. But some of the investment lessons we learned are applicable in every year – so keep them in mind for 2021 and beyond.

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SPORTS & EXERCISE 9-HOLE WOMAN’S GOLF ASSOC. (DTNHWGA)

By Sandy Gove Our kick-off event for the season, the Couples’ Challenge, was held November 4th, on a beautiful fall day and was well attended.

Thanks go to Debby Taylor for arranging this fun afternoon.

Congratulations go to the following winners: Flight One: Marianne & Dave Denman Flight Two: MaryAnn & Floyd Light Winning Closest to the pin on South was Cindy Baron Winning Closest to the pin on West was Molly Brown Our new SUNSHINE person is Barbara Jones.

If you know of a member who is ill, has had surgery, or could otherwise benefit from a little cheer please contact Barb at jonbjk@yahool.com or call her (239-543-6922). We thank Diane Camp who has held this position for the past two years.

Mary Fitzgerald has offered to take over STATS from Jan Hoffay who has held this position for two years: thank you Jan! Please note on your scorecard any Birdies, Chip-ins or Chip-in birdies before handing them in. These only count on individual games (not scrambles, shambles, etc. even if it is your ball all the way).

The period for Birdies, Chip-ins and Chip-in birdies awards goes from November 1 to October 31st. Pat DiNitto is in charge of ordering the pins, which are then presented at the Holiday Luncheon in December.

Our Holiday Luncheon and General Meeting will be held December 10th, at noon, in the Starlight Ballroom. We hope you’ll attend whether or not you golf that day. Watch for the sign-up sheet and further details.

Our Best Wishes to you and your families for a healthy and happy Holiday Season!

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7 HEALTH BENEFITS OF GOLF Numerous studies have described the many health advantages that playing even a 9-hole course can bring to someone hoping to improve their fitness levels.

For many women the benefits of playing golf are even more pronounced: Reduced stress: Like all exercise, playing golf releases endorphins which are powerful and natural mood-enhancing boosts for the brain. Add to this playing in an open and natural environment and you have the ideal combination to help you relax and reduce stress.

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Blood circulation: Golf is a thinking game which requires you to use your brain. Stimulating blood circulation to the brain can improve nerve cell connections and help combat the onset of dementia.

Keeping active: Women tend to take up golf later in life than men. Many women begin playing the game in their 40s, 50s and 60s. It’s also a great way of meeting and staying in touch with friends.

Sleep better: Regular daytime exercise means a person generally will fall asleep faster and enjoy a deeper sleep.

Bone health: Golf is great for the bones with any weight-bearing exercise capable of creating long and lean muscle mass. Strong bones are an essential way of combating various bone diseases.

Bladder training: The longer you learn to hold it in on the golf course, the more you strengthen the capacity of your bladder.

All around fitness: Studies have found that avid women golfers scored significantly better on reaction time, balance, sit and reach flexibility, shoulder flexibility, and grip strength in comparison to inactive women.

Club Championship: The Club Championship is just around the corner. It is a 3-day event (December 9, 10th and 16th) and I encourage everyone to consider participating if your schedule permits. There will be three winners in each of the four flights and it is a fun time for all.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES Don’t forget to pay your dues. Please make your check for $35 payable to DTWGA and drop it off in the Pro Shop.

See you on the course!

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SPORTS & EXERCISE BREAST CANCER GOLF TOURNAMENT

By Ruth Ann Blevins At long last, the March Partners for Breast Cancer Care Golf Tournament was held on October 24, 2020. 144 golfers participated in this year Golf Tournament. After expenses and refunds, proceeds of approximately $8,600 will be donated to Partners; all funds will stay in Southwest Florida and benefit the local Partners for Breast Cancer Care Organization.

A “brown bag” lunch following golf was provided by BurgerQue – beef brisket with barb-que sauce, baked beans and potato chips. A special thanks to Tim for staying and helping our servers, Lauris Sailor, Rochelle (Rocky) Clough, and Sandy Raymond. Raffle items were also available for pickup after golf.

The Mixed Flight Team Winners for 2020 – Jan and Larry Walimire, Betty and Dave Ferazzi, and Margie and Mark Blackwell. The Ladies Flight Team winners for 2020 – Kathy Montemaggi, Pat Bedard, Lynne Miller, Ann Degrande, Elaine Deraneuy and Pat Steele. The Men’s Flight Team

winners for 2020 – Dick Rose, Ed Urbanek, Ray Hahn, Bob Harmon, Dave Messier and Pat Henry The Ladies Closest to the Pin winners were Lori Angeilli and Elaine Deraney. The Men’s Closest to the Pin winners were Norm Caissie, Floyd Light and David Klein.

Thanks to all the hole sponsors, those that donated raffle baskets and special raffle item.

Sandy Rolando and Sandy Raymond for assembling, numbering and setting up the raffle. SPECIAL DONATIONS by Bob Franz, and Joanne Nitka and the Ladies 9 Hole Golf Association, “Flocking” event.

I cannot thank all the volunteers enough for stepping up and helping to make this event a success. Without them we would be truly lost. A very special thanks to everyone who participated in the 2020Partners for Breast Cancer Care Golf Tournament. It is through everyone’s dedication and hard work that helped make this event a success.

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SPORTS & EXERCISE TENNIS AT DEL TURA

By Jacqueline St-Jean President, Del Tura Tennis Association The Del Tura Tennis Association hosts a number of activities throughout the fall and winter season at our tennis courts situated by the North Pool.

There is Open Tennis on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays for anyone wanting to play from 8:00 to 10:00 am. You don’t need to find a partner. Just show up during these times and you will automatically be included in the group.

There may be an Up and Down fun tournament

on December 13. Watch for further information in the screen room at the North Pool.

The intra-mural leagues for Men’s A – Mondays at 10:00 am, Men’s B1 – Thursdays at 8:00 am, Women’s 8:00 am on Fridays and Mixed Doubles on Saturdays at 10:00 am are well under way.

We wish you a wonderful Holiday Season and a great New Year.

If you have any questions, please contact Jacqueline St-Jean at jacstjean2016@gmail. com or the Del Tura Tennis Association at DelTuraTennis@gmail.com.

FRIDAY SHUFFLEBOARD LEAGUE By Glenn Tointon On Friday November 13th, the “new” shuffleboard league started their season. Because of the Covid and wanting to stay safe, our league has been reduced to twelve teams. We will play on every other court, so all stay safe.

Our season runs until March 19th when we end with our “bragging rights tournament”!

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Also, remember that every Tuesday at 10:00am we have fun shuffleboard for anyone who wants to play. This is for beginners to advanced.

All are welcome.

DEL TURA SOFTBALL UPDATE By Art Keen The season is almost upon us!

Hello softball fans and players. I think it is safe to assume that as of this time, most if not all of our seasonal residents are back in paradise!

To recap, our intentions are to field two softball teams again this year. We have already had 3+ softball workouts and our plans are to continue them up until the season kicks off on January 4th. Right now, we are still looking to fill 30 or more roster spots. Workouts/practices are being held every Sunday (weather permitting) at 3:30pm. Just contact either Jim or myself or plan to attend on Sunday.

To be eligible to compete in the league, team members must reach fifty (50) years of age in the

calendar year of league play (2021), complete an eligibility form and reside or rent in the community for a minimum of three months (90 days) during the League’s scheduled playing dates. Our games are played on Monday and Wednesday evenings at 5:30pm during the months of January, February, and March at Carmalita Fields in Punta Gorda.

I can assure you that your health and safety will be of primary concern.

Hope to see you on the field or in the stands when Del Tura Softball resumes this winter!

Art Keen (210) 279-2093 Jim Hamilton (208) 313-1321

BOWLING LEAGUE By Cindy Baron The bowling league got off to a great start on Tuesday, November 3 at Bowland in Cape Coral. We have 8 teams consisting of all bowling levels. The league will play every Tuesday at 10:30 am until March 30, with two weeks off at Christmas. This is a league dedicated to fun and we are always looking for more people.

If you interested in bowling, please contact the league secretary Denise Rose at 815-222-6466.

Other league officers are President Leon Buss, Vice President Cindy Baron, and Treasurer Sue Baron. Please consider joining us for a Tuesday morning of fun.

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HOA DUES ARE DUE Did you know that joining the HOA in Del If you are a renter, you are still able to join the Tura is only $12 per household per year? Do you HOA for the $12 and get all the benefits except know that for $12 per household you receive? you are NOT allowed to vote. But that $12 is still - 10 issues of the Del Tura Tower magazine worth a lot so please join and keep apprised of to keep you up to date on all the happenings in all the happenings here in Del Tura.

Del Tura You can drop off your dues at the HOA - early purchase of tickets to all HOA office at 609 Sierra Madre any time, but if you sponsored events drop them off on Wednesday or Friday from - reduced ticket prices to entertainment 10-12pm, I’ll be there with Membership cards offerings for your signature. When the clubhouse is open, - With the new website now operational you will be able to obtain your Membership only paid HOA members will have access to cards at Coffee hour from 8-9am. You will need the Tower online, you will also have access to your membership card from now on to purchase HOA agendas and minutes to meetings and to entertainment tickets. the HOA directory. The “free” Tower on the My goal is to have 100% membership this website will no longer be available to non-HOA year - help me in getting all of Del Tura to be a members. part of our HOA community. Thanks, and hope Don’t miss out on the best value around. to see you soon!

HOA dues are by calendar year so your dues Sherry Cottini – Membership Chairwoman for the year 2021 are due by January 1, 2021 for that year.

2021 HOA Dues Remember, if you are not Reminder: Annual $12 HOA dues are ready to RENEW a paid HOA homeowner you Please make check payable to "HOA" will not be able and Mail to or drop off at to vote in any HOA Office election. Only 609 Sierra Madre paid members North Fort Myers, FL 33903 get one vote per household.

Thank you in advance for supporting your community!

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FALL FISH NEWS

By Ginny Benjamins FISH is NOT making flu shots available this year so please make sure you get yours soon. Your physician can give you one or locally you can get an injection at drugstores or even when you are grocery shopping at Publix, plus they give you a tendollar store credit. Just make sure you get the protection you need against the flu.

Call the FISH line (997-3474) if you need a ride for an appointment. We have more drivers returning to Del Tura from their summer homes and they are ready to drive you. Please give us at least 24 hours or longer so we may arrange a driver.

When you call the FISH line you will get a recording asking you to leave your name, phone number, address, if you need a driver, what time you need to be picked up and the address of where you need to go. If you need medical equipment, again leave your name, address, telephone number and what equipment you need. Your request will be given to the correct person. We try to answer all calls as quickly as possible. FISH is here to serve all of Tel Tura, owners and renters alike. Remember to call FISH first before you buy any medical equipment. We have almost everything you might need.

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THE SOCIALIZE AT A DISTANCE VEHICLE

By Maureen Monroy If you are lucky enough to live in a golfcart community, you can turn the loneliness of Social Distancing into the joy of Socializing at a Distance.

That’s right. Plugged in and humming away in your garage is the cure for Covid loneliness – the Socializing at a Distance Vehicle (aka a golf cart).

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hand sanitizer It really does work! The Socializing at a Distance Vehicle gives easy access to friends as you drive through your neighborhood; meet friends for morning coffee in their yards; pick up a take-out meal and enjoy lunch in an SDV cluster; join an SDV prayer group; ride in an SDV parade; or surprise a friend with an SDV drive-by birthday celebration.

So, turn off the TV, put down your book and get out of your house. Climb in your SDV and safely get back into enjoying your friends and neighbors... (If only there were cart paths to California and New England).

POSITIVES

By Charlotte Ping Covid has actually had so many positive impacts on my life that I was totally amazed.

First of all, I am not a social butterfly, so being alone does not bother me at all. I enjoy my own company and can’t think of anyone else more intelligent to talk to. (lol). I have so many hobbies and activities that keep me busy, so I have very little idle time.

It’s been like a snowball for me, rolling down a hill that keeps getting bigger. A magic snowball of opportunities to learn about myself and learn new things.

Mainly, I was amazed at how much money I have saved by not eating out or socializing

with my friends. I didn’t realize how much I was spending doing those things. By cooking at home, which I enjoy doing anyway, I learned to expand my culinary skills by trying new recipes with foods I had never cooked with before.

I think the most important thing was learning patience. Everybody’s phase of life has been changed and slowed down. Especially waiting in lines at a social distance, waiting for deliveries; even the mail seems slower. Waiting means more time for yourself ... to meditate, study and catch up on all the things I was meaning to do someday, when I had the time. Well, I do have the time now and I am doing it. It’s enjoyable and rewarding.

DEL TURA FRUIT TREE PROJECT – YEAR END REPORT October 2019 – September 2020 This year, we picked a total of 3,920 pounds of Avocados, Lemons, Mangoes, Oranges and Carambola (aka Starfruit).

We picked the fruit from fourteen residences; some were picked two or three times. The total from one amazing tree was 1,420 pounds!

Our thanks to all the residents who donated their fruit. The fruit was taken to the CCMI Café and Soup Kitchen. They either use it in the preparation of their meals or pass it on to those in need.

New

PHONE NUMBERS

It is said, “Many hands make light work” and the following people did just that by volunteering to give up an hour or so to pick fruit.

Joe Pollock, Gail & Larry Hodge, Maria Soper, Denise Rose, Arleen & Dan Mancino, Greg Wilkerson, Diana Camp, Rick Rudzik, and Sherry & Barry Plisch.

If you’d like to help pick fruit, please call Rick or Sherry.

Thank you all! Rick Rudzik - 543-3662 Sherry Plisch - 567-0538 Co-chairs Please bring your new phone number to the HOA office and also email it to the editor: TowerEdit@yahoo.com and it will be published.

Mary Harrell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-849-7494

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Del Tura Contact Info

HOA OFFICE HOURS

(Until further MONDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TUESDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WEDNESDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

THURSDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FRIDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SATURDAY & SUNDAY. . . . . . . . . .

Blood Drive

Dennis Cottini

847-707-1435

Choralaires

Dave Adams

508-284-6107

Coffee Hour - Tues. AM coordinator

Barbara Schmoltze

239-218-9413

Librarian

Barb Jones

239-543-6922

Contractor Survey Results

Dave Tomaszewski

586-567-9290

Del Tura Repertory Company

Jacquie Keen

239-464-5544

Entertainment Committee Chair

Vacant

Equipment Loans- Medical

Neil Miller

239-218-9867

Loan Closet

Denise Rose

815-222-6466

Feral Cat Information "SOS"

Karen Azza/Sherry Plisch

239-220-0563 239-567-0538

FISH - Friends in Service Here

Ginnie Benjamins, Pres.

HELPLINE 997-3474

239-322-9863

Sheila Doublé

FISH - Fruit Picking Contact

Rick Rudzik/Sherry Plisch

239-543-3662 239-567-0538

Vacant

Alberta Dugo

FMO Membership

Dorathy Biddinger

Front Gate Guard

617-974-8502 239-980-2775 239-731-2523

HOA Website

Meg Valentino Cindy Brinton

239-240-6949 267-642-6477

HOA Membership

Sherry Cottini

239-770-7711

HOA Office - 609 Sierra Madre (off Catalina)

Tuesday 9-Noon

239-731-3461

HOA GROUNDS Committee

David Tomaszewski Ray David

586-567-9290 239-574-1290

Homeowners’ Issues/Grievances

Clubhouse Office

239-731-3433

Memorials

Ruth Ann Blevins

239-543-8134

Name Tags

Wendy Wells

309-264-9147

Sherry Plisch Karen Azza Cindy Brinton Meg Valentino

239-707-5613 239-220-0563

Tower - Advertising - islandvp@verizon.net

Bob & Emy Stein

941-349-0194

Tower - Editor

Sheila Doublé

239-628-7786

Tower - Co-Editor

Vacant

Tower - Circulation Coordinator

Tony Doublé

239-738-8400

Tower - Distribution Coordinator

Dorathy Biddinger

239-980-2775

Veterans Contact

David Jacobs

239-292-8834

Video Library

Elaine Schnur

239-464-0623

Save Our Strays Outdoor Electronic Billboard

Welcome Committee

Gail Hodge Kathy Williamson Lighting & Sound

267-642-6477 239-240-6949

585-315-1628 239-825-5708

Lighting Coordinator

Art Keen

210-279-2093

Sound Coordinator

Doug Cheney

239-652-3909

Please email changes to Dennis Cottini at dcottini@comcast.net or call 847-707-1435 NON-EMERGENCY CALLS - SHERIFF’S DEPT. (239) 477-1000

notice) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed . . . . . . 9:00 AM - noon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed . . . . . . . . . 4 - 6:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed

MASKS MUST BE WORN TO ENTER Should you need assistance contact Ruth Ann Blevins (239) 220-9381

HOA PHONE: (239) 731-3461 HOA ADDRESS: 609 SIERRA MADRE

The Tower Editorial Staff Editor

Circulation Coordinator

Co-Editor

Distribution Coordinators

Staff

Distribution Captains

Rheta Kanen Dianne Roderick Dennis Cottini Sherry Cottini

Tony Doublé

Dorathy Biddinger

Mark Donahue, Darlene Finchman, Doris Meyer & Sandy Rolando And 60+ Delivery Volunteers

HOA Liaison: LIZ PONIATOWSKI Many thanks to all the volunteer residents who have donated their time to “The Tower”.

We are looking for more volunteers. Please Help!

NAME TAGS

Any resident wishing to purchase a “Name Tag” may do so on Tuesday mornings between 8:15 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. before the start of announcements at the HOA Board table. A name tag with a “pin” backing is $5.00 and/or with a “magnet” is $7.00 (correct CASH ONLY). However, if you are going to be gone for several weeks, months, etc., please do not order your name tag until after you return.

Normally takes one (1) week to process your order.

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IN THE KNOW

By Liz Poniatowski Did you know that there is an HOA Website for you to visit to get the most current and accurate information about what is going on in our community?

Deltura-HOA.com You’ll find the current edition of the Tower, links that will give you information on the HOA including the minutes to meetings, copies of Prospectuses, By-Laws, Policies and Procedures, Florida Statutes, upcoming Events, virtual coffee hour, FMO, and much more.

This is your first stop to finding out current and accurate information!

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SUBMISSION INFORMATION

News Items for “The Tower” – Please email article, flyer, and photos (if any) to: toweredit@yahoo.com THE HOA WEBSITE – www.deltura-hoa.com To have events listed on the HOA Website and/or the Electronic sign please email flyer, photos (if any) & text for electronic sign to: delturats@gmail.com

Del Tura

GENTLE REMINDER

Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability.

LOAN CLOSET

This form may be used for initial or renewed HOA Membership, Birthday/Anniversary info and/or Tower Delivery Info. You do not need to complete each section if not applicable to your needs.

Membership Application

PLEASE CALL Denise Rose 815-222-6466 NOW LOCATED IN THE MAINTENANCE AREA COTS, “PACK n’ PLAY, HI-CHAIRS, ETC

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$12 US per household, per year. Make checks payable to Del Tura HOA Names in Household: ________________________________________________________________________________ Del Tura Address: _____________________________________________________________ Renter:

The Del Tura Phone Book is not compiled by “The Tower”.

It is produced by Hometown America.

Please contact the HT office 731-3433 for errors and omissions.

Owner:

Phones: ____________________________________ ______________________________________

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Anyone needing to borrow equipment from the Medical Equipment Loan Trailer please contact: Neil Millerat 239-218-9867, or Rick Rudzik at 543-3662.

Tower – Advertising For the correct listing of your

Birthday and/or Anniversary Birthdays

Anniversary

Name: ____________________________________

Names: ________________________________________

Month: ________________ Day: ______________

Month: _______________ __ Day: __________________

Name: ____________________________________

Year Married: ___________

Month: ______________ Day: ______________

HOA-Tower Delivery Travel Plans (please do not deliver “The Tower”) if you do not know your return date you must notify the HOA office on your return to begin receiving the paper Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Local Del Tura Address: ______________________________________________________________________________ Mail to Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________ Stop Delivery On: _________________________________ Start Delivery On: __________________________________ USA $2.55/Canada $3.00 per issue

Please return this form to the HOA Office, 609 Sierra Madre

Island Visitor Publications, LLC Publishers: Bob & Emy Stein To advertise in print, contact: Bob or Emy Stein at 941-349-0194 or email us at islandvp@verizon.net.

Contributing writers are acknowledged with bylines accompanying their submissions. Attribution for photos are not included unless supplied.We sincerely thank everyone for their contributions. Your articles help showcase the strong and diverse community that makes up Del Tura.

The Tower is published monthly from October through May. Summer issues are condensed: June/ July and August/September. All ads are subject to the approval of the publisher. It is the responsibility of the party placing any ad for publication in The Tower to meet all applicable legal requirements in connection with the ad such as compliance with town, county and state codes in first obtaining an occupational license for business, permitted home occupation, or residential rental property.

DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability.

Island Visitor Publishing is not responsible for claims made by advertisers.

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GIRL FRIDAY RELIABLE & TRUSTWORTHY. HOUSECLEANING, ETC. DEL RESIDENT. CALL LINDA 239-560-1948.

(JAN21) GARAGE DOOR & OPENER SERVICE: CALL JIM O’BRIEN AT 239-849-1644.

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HOA BOARD INFORMATION Liz Poniatowski – President (2023)

David Klein – Director (2023)

757-775-0867, hoalizp@gmail.com

715-927-7989, davedthoa@gmail.com

The HOA Grounds committee needs your input if there is a problem or safety issue in the common areas of Del Tura. Please report it to us and we will work toward the solution.

Meg Valentino – Vice President (2023)

Ray David, Director (2021)

239-240-6949, dthoameg@gmail.com

239-547-1290, rrad5552004@yahoo.com

Gail Hodge, Treasurer (2021)

Lisa Bellanca, Director (2022)

585-315-1628, Gailhodge2008@gmail.com

847-833-3258, llbellanca@comcast.net

David Tomaszewski

Tracey Messina – Secretary (2022)

Kathy Williamson, Director (2022)

586-567-9290 • Superbowler297@yahoo.com

732-336-1384, tracyanne1959@outlook.com

239-825-5708, toocheep2call@aol.com

Ray David

Alberta (Bertie) Dugo – Director (2021)

WE NEED YOUR EYES

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DAILY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Activity

Location

Jane Fonda Aerobics Line Dancing Advanced Class Line Dancing Beginners Class Tai Chi

Starlight Ballroom Starlight Ballroom

Tai Chi Chuan Instruction

Royal Palm

NEW

Therapeutic Yoga Instruction

NEW

Tura Zumba Water Aerobics (Oct-April) Water Noodle Aerobics Yoga Relaxation

Royal Palm North Pool North Pool Starlight Ballroom

Contact Teddy Reid, 239-770-3838 Jackie Hinrichs, 616-916-7796 Jackie Hinrichs, 616-916-7796 Marjorie Lord, 543-9072 Dr. Charles C. Longsworth, Ph.D. 239-945-2106 Dr. Charles C. Longsworth, Ph.D. 239-945-2106 Teddy Reid, 239-770-3838 Betty Scheetz 609-477-9147 Marylou Buss, 612-718-7878 Dea Wells 283-5603

The Daily Activity Schedule is updated on a monthly basis. Contact Dennis Cottini 847-707-1435 or dcottini@comcast.net for any changes prior to the 9th of each month.

Monday Exercise 10:00-10:45

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday 10:00-10:45

8:00-9:00

10:00-10:45 3:00-4:00 PM 4:00-5:00 PM 8:00-9:00

8:00-9:00 AM

8:00-9:00 AM

8:00-9:00 AM

9:00-10:00 AM

9:00-10:00 AM

9:00-10:00 AM

9:00-10:00 11:00-12:00

9:00-10:00 11:00-12:00

9:00-10:00 11:00-12:00

11:00-12:00 10:45-12:15

Saturday

Sunday

8:00-9:00

11:00-12:00 10:45-12:15

7:00 PM

Sports Billiards, Men’s Billiards, Women’s (Nov-Apr) Bocce (Nov-April) Bocce and Burgers Bowling For Fun Bowling League (Oct-Mar) Fun Couples Shuffleboard League Golf, Men’s 18 Hole League Golf, Men’s 9 Hole League Golf, Women’s 18 Hole League Golf, Women’s 9 Hole League Horseshoes NEW Pickleball Ping Pong Shuffleboard Shuffleboard NEW Shuffleboard, Open Shuffleboard, Traveling Team (Dec-Mar) Softball Tennis, Mixed, Open

Call for location Shuffleboard Court

Horseshoe Court Jacaranda Room Shuffleboard Court

Punta Gorda

Harry Christopher, 997-7345 Ann DeGrande, 989-2206 Peggy Terrasi, 603-236-2209 peggyterrasi@gmail.com Janet DeCosmo, 239-776-9161 Cheryl DeCara, 543-8751 Dave Csuy, 770-6254 Darlene Brinker 586-431-0022 Steve Doyle Bart De Graaf 239-599-4404 Sandy Vassallo, 248-755-1176 Kathy Klein 715-927-1163 Bob Brinker 586-431-0022 Dick & Denise Rose, 815-978-4907 Lois McDonnell, 505-228-1222 Jack Blevons, 731-0892 Darlene Brinker 586-431-0022 Glenn Tointon 920-309-1294 Glenn Tointon 920-309-1294 Jim Hamilton 208-313-1321 Linda Laird 239-850-2632

1:00-3:00 6:30-9:30 3:45-5:30 5:00 2:00 10:30 7:00 PM 8:00 8:00 8:30 8:30 open play

open play

7:00-9:00PM 9:00

2:30

open play

open play 2:00-4:00

12:30 5:30 8:00-10:00

5:30 8:00-10:00

open play 2:00-4:00 1:00

open play

8:00-10:00

8:00-10:00

3:00 open play

Games Bingo, doors open at 6:00pm, sales end at 6:45pm (Oct-Mar) Bingo (all year) Bridge, Duplicate Bridge, Open Bunco, (*All year, 1st & 3rd Wed of each month) Canasta Dominoes Euchre Farkle Hand & Foot Card Game Hand, Knee & Foot Card Game Mahjong Mahjong Mahjong Mahjong May I Card Game Pinochle Rummi-kub Texas Hold ‘Em

Starlight Ballroom

Jack & Janet Blevons 731-0892

Starlight Ballroom Poinciana Room Jacaranda Room

7:00-9:30 11:00-12:00 6:00-10:00

Good Timers, (*1st Tues. of month)

Ken Knight, 305-746-3782 Patti Watson, 608-358-7709 / Darcie Poinciana Ballroom Rockenbough, 239-938-6865 Jacaranda Room Norrine McLaughlin, 543-1276 Royal Palm Room Ruth Anten, 997-9779 Poinciana Room Marcella Carothers, 731-3315 Poinciana Ballroom Ruth Anten, 997-9779 6:00-9:00 Jacaranda Room Betty Scheetz, 609-477-9147 Poinciana Room Donna Moore, 543-5262 1:00-4:00 Card Room II Marianne Denman, 543-5968 Card Room I Dianne Bevilacqua, 567-2234 Card Room I Rheta Kanen, 731-0809 7:00 Card Room II Ruth Anten, 997-9779 Jacaranda Room Norrine McLaughlin, 543-1276 1:00-4:00 Jacaranda Room Marcella Carothers, 731-3315 Jacaranda Rroom Jean Cornwell 731-1580 Card room 1 Joette Fabbri, 239-560-3324 4:00 Other Activities and Clubs Starlight Ballroom Carolyn Bruggemann Mary Kay Tointon, 920-309-2121 Call for location Gay Dye, 614-861-0007 Ruth Ann Blevins 239-220-9381 Across from bocce court 9:00-12:00 Janet Ragone 856-693-8341 David Adams, 508-284-6107 Starlight Ballroom Barbara Schmoltze, 239-218-9413 Craft Room Nancy Davy, 239-599-4631 Ruth Ann, 239-292-6299 Jacaranda Room 10* Dorothy, 239-850-2306 Poinciana Room Liz Poniatowski, 800-2935

Del Tura MotorCycle Club Ride

ClubHouse Parking Lot Sheila & Tony Doublé - 239.628.7786

Blood Pressure Readings (before coffee) Card Making (Nov-Apr) Ceramics Choralaires, (Sep-Mar) Coffee & Social Hour Creative Writers Group (*2nd & 4th Thurs) Garden Club, (*1st Mon. of month)

NEW

Library, open every day Quilting/Sewing Club Video Corner (check hours in the Library) Wood Carving (Nov-May)

Starlight Ballroom Ceramic Room

Barb Jones, 543-6922 Kathleen Quigley, 543-1067 Wendy Wells, 309-264-9147 Elaine Schnur, (239) 464-0623 Bernie Forsey, 239-217-6024

1:00-4:00 6:00 to finish* 1:00-4:00 5:30-9:30 7:00-9:00 1:00-4:00 1:00-4:00 7:00

1:00-4:00

1:00-5:00 6:00 6:45-10:00 1:00 - 4:00 4:00

3:00

8:00-9:00 9:00 9:00-12:00

9:00-12:00

9:00-12:00

9:00-12:00

6:30 - 8:30 8:00 2:00-3:30*

4:00* 1st & 3rd Sundays, 8 AM

AfterCoffee Hr 1:00-3:00 9:00-12:00

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AT THE HYDRANT

By Justine Fitzgibbons If Dogs Could Talk Meet Buddy & Blair, new to Del Tura! Buddy loves Del Tura’s dog park, even when no one is there because he likes to sniff around the entire park. He is a whippet/hound mix who was rescued from a rescue group in the mountains of NC. He came into a pack with two other dogs and it was ruff going at first, but he was easily trained and socialized into quite the ‘chill’ dog he is now. Buddy enjoys two walks daily as well as the frequent visit to the park and evening rides in the golf cart.

Blair is a border collie/lab mix and spent the entire first year of her life at a Humane Society in NC. Within 5 minutes of coming to her forever home, she owned the couch and became a velcro dog. Blair is a little older and has knee and hip problems, so she doesn’t get to walk as much or go to the dog park.

Buddy is known for keeping his nails clean and Blair for keeping the floor clean (from dropped food). Buddy and Blair are yin and yang, he is chill and the social butterfly, she is nervous and a little high-strung. Both are spoiled to the max and have their humans well trained

to wait on them hand and foot and take them in the car at every opportunity.

See you Monday!

Does your dog have a story you would like to share? Please send me picture and story.

Jfitz818@aol.com

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TONY’S APPLIANCE &

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

30.00 SERVICE CALL

$

AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK

Stop in and see finished pieces and works in progress.

CALL: 997-0923 or 246-3699

Specializing in all American and foreign auto repairs.

Come to the people you can trust!

GULF COAST

AUTO REPAIR, INC. 26 Cardinal Drive • N. Fort Myers, FL 33917 Corner of Pondella and Old 41

239-997-8333 FAX: 239-997-0799 GULFCOASTAUTOREPAIR1@GMAIL.COM

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IT W O D U O LD Y WHAT WOU

Think about the possibilities! With $500, you could go on a cruise for two, use it toward a shopping spree, or buy a flat screen TV – just to name a few.

Invite your friends to live at Del Tura, and you could earn up to $500* when they purchase a new home.

Call 239-731-3330 for details! *Referral reward restricted to Hometown America residents. Customer must register the resident who referred them at time of their initial visit. Residents whose referral purchases a new or special-order home will receive up to $500. Residents whose referral purchases a Hometown America-owned inventory home will receive up to $300. Residents whose referral purchases a brokered home will receive up to $100. Residents who refer will receive money after closing of escrow. Other terms and conditions may apply. Call 239-731-3330 for more details.

Cruise for two

Two laptops

Domestic flight

Outdoor Grill

Patio Set

Gazebo

Flat Screen TV

Shopping Spree

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December 2020 Sunday

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Line Up for Judging 5:15 pm Winners Announced 5:45 pm Parade Begins 6pm

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Island Aire of SWFL

HVAC GIVEAWAY

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4:30pm Front Steps

Starlight Ballroom 1pm to 3pm

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New Years Eve

4

Christmas Day

New Year's Day

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Saturday 5

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Christmas Charity Food/Toy Drive Party 6pm Main Courtyard

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